[The Duke]

Well, if you don't stop by a Sonny's for BBQ then you haven't really experienced Central Florida. Our 'ZooTampa' at Lowrey park in Tampa is a great place to visit with the younger set, as is the Florida Aquarium here in Tampa.

I have the Ringling Museum near Sarasota on my own bucket list, and Bradenton Beach is a great beach trip on the Gold Coast (but this is straying a good way away from Orlando).

And honorable mention to Tampa Theater - although one should always check what's playing. This movie theater dates back to the 1920's, they still have the organ player that comes up though the stage floor before each movie.

"Morelando" has always been a mixed bag. I would just suggest staying away from Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando. Charley's Steak House in Orlando is top notch.

[Ann Archy]

Siesta Beach is WAAAAAAYYYY Better than Bradenton Beach!! Sarasota has a TON of things to do in Florida.....a TON! It's a Fabulous city! JUST the RIGHT size!

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